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The Only Son

1936 · 87 min Drama
7.4 / 10 · TMDB

A silk factory worker is persuaded to support her son's education up to a college level despite their poverty. Many years later, she travels to Tokyo to visit her son.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title 一人息子
Year 1936
Country Japan
Genre Drama
Director Yasujirō Ozu
Runtime 87 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.4/10 (110 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Yasujirō Ozu

— MovieFinder Editorial

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